"West Bengal has moderate literacy (~82-83%), strong cultural investment in education, but urban-rural gaps, dropout rates, and resource variation challenge uniform outcomes."
West Bengal’s literacy rate is estimated around 82-83%, with many urban districts having good school infrastructure and notable cultural emphasis on education. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10} However, in many rural, remote or marginalised communities, school buildings, teacher availability, and basic sanitation or water supply remain inconsistent. Dropouts increase after primary and especially secondary levels. Socioeconomic differences, migration, and inequality in resource distribution (between urban and rural areas) affect whether children begin school ready and remain engaged. Remedial and language support vary across blocks.
Based on the above factors and the IQ test history, the average IQ in West Bengal is 89.
To improve readiness in West Bengal, efforts should focus on strengthening schools in underserved rural and remote blocks: ensuring basic facilities, teacher availability, digital access, and remedial support. Early childhood education, health and family support services like nutrition and sanitation are vital. Improving resource targeting by district and addressing dropout prevention through community-based programs will help make learning outcomes more uniform across the state.
[ While IQ alone does not define the full range of human intelligence or potential. IQ is just one of many dimensions of human potential. ]